About Course
TRECCERT NIS2 Essentials and is an entry-level course designed to provide participants with fundamental knowledge of the NIS2 Directive and its practical implications in the workforce. This course introduces the strategic purpose of NIS2, its scope of application, and key principles while explaining its evolution from the original NIS1 Directive. Participants will learn to recognize common cyber threats and vulnerabilities, understand their cybersecurity responsibilities, and identify risks related to third-party services and supply chains. The training also covers compliance requirements and the broader EU regulatory framework supporting cybersecurity resilience.
Audience
The NIS2 Essentials training course is designed for individuals aiming to understand their role in cybersecurity under the NIS2 Directive. This course is particularly suitable for:
- Compliance Officers, Risk Managers, or Policy Advisors addressing cybersecurity governance
- IT and security teams
- Legal and data protection officers
- Team leaders and managers
- Professionals across sectors affected by NIS2 looking to strengthen their cybersecurity awareness and compliance knowledge.
Course Details
- Entry-level
- 8 Hours Duration
- Language: English
- Delivery: Classroom and Online
- CPE: 8 Credits
Included Materials
- 200 Training Slides
- Quiz Questions
- Exercises
What Will You Learn?
- Know and understand the purpose of the strategic objectives of the NIS2 Directive.
- Know and understand the NIS2 minimum risk requirements and their impact on organizational cybersecurity.
- Learn to identify the potential legal, financial, and operational consequences of non-compliance under NIS2.
- Know and understand the purpose of NIS2 and its strategic objectives in strengthening cybersecurity across the EU.
Course Content
- Background and Objectives of NIS2
- Scope of NIS2
- Key Principles of NIS2
- Risk Management Requirements
- Governance and Management Responsibilities
- Supply Chain and Third-Party Risk Management
- What constitutes an Incident
- Reporting Obligations and Timelines
- Internal Escalation Procedures
- Human Factors in Cybersecurity
- Employee Good Practices
- Recognizing and Reporting Suspicious Activity
- How Your Organization Ensures Compliance
- Whistleblower Rights and Reporting Concerns
- Employee Involvement in Long-Term Security Culture
Course Details
- Entry-level
- 8 Hours Duration
- Language: English
- Delivery: Classroom and Online
- CPE: 8 Credits
Included Materials
- 200 Training Slides
- Quiz Questions
- Exercises
